1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1972 Austin 2200
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1972 Austin 2200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 108 | 2200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 56 L |
